Running Training

Learn To Run!

Didn’t think you could be a part of a 5K race or don’t have time to train with a group? Well, there’s still a way to join in the fun! Click here for a free 5 week “Learn To Run” training program and choose any one of our 5Ks as your target race!

Marathon Training Schedules

The popular website Marathon
Training Schedules has a free, detailed training program for three levels of marathon runners. You can also get a customized running log with a built-in daily marathon training schedule leading up to marathon race
day from Personal Logs.com.

Click here to view a list of HMF Events attended by Select Physical Therapy and FREE clinics hosted by Select Physical Therapy throughout the year.

HMF is now offering a customized six-week training program for companies to engage their employees in a group running program culminating in one of HMF’s fun runs! Whether your employees are brand new to running, or have already participated in a 5K race, the HMF Employee Fitness program is designed for everyone. Click here for more information.

This unique 17-week training program will help you PROgress to your goals. This program will factor in 10K training with Half Marathon training leading up to the Old Wethersfield 10K and Eversource Hartford Half Marathon. All runners will receive an Eversource Hartford training shirt, shoe coupons, special clinics, a specialized training plan, and weekly coach led group runs that meet in Glastonbury, CT at the fountain on Hebron Ave and Main St. Some running experience necessary.

Can’t commit to running with the training group? Click here for a free training plan.

Program, Location

PRO Series Training 10K – 13.1
Training Only - Glastonbury

$110
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
6/13 - 10/3
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Please note: Training groups will be cancelled if less than 10 people participate.

Location:Glastonbury: Main Street @ Hebron Avenue, at the Fountain (GPS: 2343 Main Street). Please do not park behind the Fountain in Ken's Restaurant lot. Park in the sunken lot in front of Wang Palace.

BACK AGAIN!HMF TRAIL RUNNING PROGRAM WITH MISSION FITNESS

Come ready for a great experience! This six-week program hosted by Mission Fitness in partnership with HMF will teach you all about techniques and form necessary for trail running – including uphill, downhill, mud running, gear, etiquette and safety while enjoying nature and getting ready for the Summer Solstice Trail Run on June 14. Training will begin to take place in the beautiful trails of Gay City State Park. Location is subject to change for variety, but will stay local to the area. Athletes should be able to run 2.5 miles at an 11:00 minute pace and wear proper footwear suitable for running.

Trail Running with Mission FitnessTraining Only
Hebron/Marlborough Area

$99
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
5/2 - 6/6
8:00 am

Registration
Closed

Lose weight, reduce stress, get fit and have fun meeting people! Our 8-week beginner-intermediate programs are designed for people who are brand new or returning to running after a hiatus. No experience necessary! Our average coach to runner ratio is 1:7.

Please note: Training groups will be cancelled if less than 10 people participate.

Location:Glastonbury: Main Street @ Hebron Avenue, at the Fountain (GPS: 2343 Main Street). Please do not park behind the Fountain in Ken's Restaurant lot. Park in the sunken lot in front of Wang Palace.New Britain: Walnut Hill Park, New Britain, CT.Bloomfield: Metropolitan Learning Center parking lot. No group run will be held on May 24 (Memorial Day weekend), May 30, or July 4.

If you’re looking for something more than a 5K to challenge yourself, but not ready to run a half, this 10-week program is the program for you. Come develop endurance, strength and speed while gradually increasing your weekly mileage. You should currently be running at least 2-3 times per week and have completed a 5K race.

Program, Location

Mystic 10KGlastonbury

$90
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
3/21 - 5/23
7:30 am

SOLD OUT

Amica Iron Horse 10KGlastonbury

$90
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
3/28 - 5/30
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Amica Iron Horse/Mystic 10KTraining Only - Glastonbury

$50
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
3/21 - 5/30
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Old Wethersfield 10KGlastonbury

$90
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
6/13 - 8/15
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Old Wethersfield 10KTraining Only - Glastonbury

$50
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
6/13 - 8/15
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Please note: Training groups will be cancelled if less than 10 people participate.

Location:Glastonbury: Main Street @ Hebron Avenue, at the Fountain (GPS: 2343 Main Street). Please do not park behind the Fountain in Ken's Restaurant lot. Park in the sunken lot in front of Wang Palace.

Want to step up your distance or reach a new personal record? Our Half Marathon programs are our most popular training groups! Trainees should have some running experience and be able to complete the race within required cut off times to participate.

Program, Location, Cost

Harvard Pilgrim Middletown HalfWest Hartford

$190
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
1/24 - 4/4
8:00 am

Registration
Closed

Harvard Pilgrim Middletown HalfTraining Only - West Hartford

$125
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
1/24 - 4/4
8:00 am

Registration
Closed

Mystic Half MarathonGlastonbury

$170
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
3/7 - 5/23
7:30 am

SOLD OUT

Amica Iron Horse Half MarathonGlastonbury

$170
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
3/14 - 5/30
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Amica Iron Horse/Mystic Half MarathonTraining Only - Glastonbury

$95
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
3/7 - 5/30
7:30 am

Registration
Closed

Mystic Half MarathonTraining Only - Groton

$65 (non-resident $85)
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
3/21 - 5/23
8:30 am

Registration
Closed

Eversource Hartford Half MarathonGlastonbury

$170
(Includes race entry)

Saturdays
7/18 - 10/3
7:00 am

Eversource Hartford Half MarathonTraining Only - Glastonbury

$95
(Race entry not included)

Saturdays
7/18 - 10/3
7:00 am

Please note: Training groups will be cancelled if less than 10 people participate.

So, you have made the commitment to complete a marathon. We can help you succeed! If you're a beginner who can give us your attention over the next 16 weeks, we'll get you to the finish line. If you're an experienced marathoner looking to give 26.2 miles your best effort we can help. Trainees should be able to complete the race within the required cut off times to participate in training. This is an approximately 13:40/mile pace.

Once again, we are partnering with Fleet Feet of West Hartford! That means you can run your long run on Saturday in Glastonbury or Sunday with Fleet Feet, West Hartford. Please register with the group you will be running with most. In addition, you can join the following weekday runs at Fleet Feet:

Please note: Training groups will be cancelled if less than 10 people participate.

Location:
Glastonbury:NEW PRIMARY LOCATION! 252 Welles St. Glastonbury Boathouse. The full marathon training group often changes locations for a change of running scenery. Please email lisa@hartfordmarathon.com if you have registered for the program and have not received further information.